Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General (retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar has died in Rawalpindi. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the news on Monday. The Waheed Kakar death has drawn condolences from the military leadership and the country’s top civilian officials.
ISPR Confirms the Passing of General (Retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar
In its statement, the military’s media wing said Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, who serves as both Chief of the Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, joined all ranks of the Pakistan Army in expressing deep sorrow. The ISPR did not give further details about the circumstances of the death.
The army leadership paid tribute to the late general’s distinguished military career and leadership. It also acknowledged his valuable services to the institution. In the words of the statement, the CDF and all ranks honored “the late General’s distinguished military career.”
Army Offers Prayers and Condolences to the Bereaved Family
The Pakistan Army said it shares the grief of the family and extended its heartfelt condolences. The statement closed with a prayer that Allah Almighty grant the departed soul the highest place in Jannah and give the family strength and patience.
President Zardari Expresses Deep Grief
President Asif Ali Zardari also reacted to the news in a separate statement. He said he was deeply saddened by the death of the former COAS and conveyed his sympathies to the bereaved family.
The president prayed for peace for the departed soul. He also asked that the family be given the fortitude to bear the loss with patience.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Pays Tribute
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sorrow over General Kakar’s death as well. He paid tribute to the late general’s valuable services to the Pakistan Army.
The messages from the military and the civilian government show the respect General (retd) Kakar held after his years in uniform. No details about the funeral arrangements were included in the official statements.
Further updates on the Waheed Kakar death, including any announcement about the funeral, are expected to come through official channels.
